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King Richard

King Richard

A look at how tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams became who they are after the coaching from their father Richard Williams.

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‘King Richard,’ ‘Tick, Tick … Boom!’ Top American Cinema Editors Eddie Awards

‘King Richard,’ ‘Tick, Tick … Boom!’ Top American Cinema Editors Eddie Awards

Additional winners included 'Encanto' and 'Summer of Soul.'
Jon Bernthal on ‘King Richard’ Training, ‘Sicario’ Improv and Frank Castle’s Future

Jon Bernthal on ‘King Richard’ Training, ‘Sicario’ Improv and Frank Castle’s Future

The actor, who trained three hours a day to play tennis coach Rick Macci, reflects on the connection between athletics and acting, and ponders the idea of his 'Punisher' character moving to the MCU: "it's about whether you can do it right, and I'm only interested in doing it right."
Sources: Will Smith Shelled Out Bonuses to ‘King Richard’ Co-Stars

Sources: Will Smith Shelled Out Bonuses to ‘King Richard’ Co-Stars

After WarnerMedia pivoted to day-and-date releases for its 2021 slate, the star and producer opened up his checkbook to compensate his fellow actors who were impacted financially by the lost theatrical returns.
Will Smith Planned a ‘Straight-Up Shocking’ Transformation for ‘King Richard,’ but He Got Rejected

Will Smith Planned a ‘Straight-Up Shocking’ Transformation for ‘King Richard,’ but He Got Rejected

Smith was ready to sit in the makeup chair for three hours a day. His director had another idea.
‘King Richard’: Tony Goldwyn Stepping In For Liev Schreiber In Will Smith Pic About Williams Sisters’ Father

‘King Richard’: Tony Goldwyn Stepping In For Liev Schreiber In Will Smith Pic About Williams Sisters’ Father

EXCLUSIVE: Tony Goldwyn is taking over for Liev Schreiber in Warner Bros.’ King Richard which is set to return to production in Los Angeles next week after pausing due to the pandemic earlier…
Will Smith Sued Over Serena & Venus Williams Father Biopic 'King Richard'

Will Smith Sued Over Serena & Venus Williams Father Biopic 'King Richard'

A federal lawsuit was filed.

'Sopranos' Prequel 'The Many Saints of Newark,' Will Smith's 'King Richard' Pushed to 2021

'Sopranos' Prequel 'The Many Saints of Newark,' Will Smith's 'King Richard' Pushed to 2021

"Shazam 2!" and "The Flash" also move within 2022 as Warner Bros. shuffles release calendar
‘Fantastic Beasts 3’ & ‘King Richard’ Warner Bros. Productions Are Also On Hiatus: Coronavirus

‘Fantastic Beasts 3’ & ‘King Richard’ Warner Bros. Productions Are Also On Hiatus: Coronavirus

We just heard that Warner Bros.’ Fantastic Beasts 3 will not be commencing production in London tomorrow due to safety in the current coronavirus climate. In addition, the studio’s Will…
Liev Schreiber Joins Will Smith in 'King Richard' (Exclusive)

Liev Schreiber Joins Will Smith in 'King Richard' (Exclusive)

Reinaldo Marcus Green is directing the story of Richard Williams, the father of tennis greats Venus and Serena Williams.